prophesize

English

Alternative forms

  • prophesise

Etymology

prophesy +‎ -ize

Verb

prophesize (third-person singular simple present prophesizes, present participle prophesizing, simple past and past participle prophesized)

  1. (proscribed) To prophesy

Usage notes

  • The use of this word is frowned upon by many authorities including the Columbia Guide to Standard American English.
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